The International Labour Organization (ILO) seeks to recruit the services of a National Project Coordinator to facilitate the implementation of the Labour Law - Small and Medium-scale (SME) Development Nexus project in Nairobi Kenya.

The contract has duration of initially one year, with the possibility of another one year extension.

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Duration: 12 months with a possibility of extension.

Remuneration: Based on UNDP salary scale for Kenya at level NOB step 1.

Duties

Establish and coordinate the consultation and cooperation processes between the project and national-level government bodies, employers and workers organizations, and officials of other organizations and donor agencies.Under the supervision of the CTA and in close consultation with these local stakeholders, draw up an operational plan for the implementation of the project at national level.As part of the implementation of the operational plan, review, analyze and interpret economic, social and political trends in Kenya, with emphasis on the SME specific Policy, Legal and Regulatory Framework (PLRF) related to the labour law.Personally deliver individual policy advisory services and where applicable training to local project beneficiaries, with emphasis on PLRF reform in support of SME development, and with thematic focus on labour law,Plan, organise, supervise and monitor the work of national consultants and local service providers tasked with the implementation of other project activities.In close collaboration with the country offices, facilitate the administrative and financial procedures required to implement project activities.Represent the project at intra-agency meetings and donor meetings and where applicable present reports, policy documents and project proposals.Advanced university degree in economics, law or another relevant field.At least five years of professional experience in the implementation of technical cooperation activities in the field of SME development, preferably with focus on reform of the PLRFSound knowledge of the economic, social and political context of Kenya.Sound knowledge of the roles of and interrelationships among, international organizations and national government in the field of Private Sector Development in Kenya.Further to the above, sound knowledge of local and international best practice in facilitating a conducive policy environment for SME developmentExcellent knowledge of technical cooperation principles, concepts and techniques.
Knowledge of administrative policies, procedures, practices and programmes of the ILO is an added advantageDemonstrated skills and ability to perform complex analyses of policies, laws and regulations in the ambit of the labour law of the country, and its applicability to the SME sector.Ability to advise all levels of government and social partners on policy reform, with emphasis on labour law and SME development.Ability to successfully mobilize resources.Ability to plan and organise workAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writingCandidates who meets the minimum qualifications should send their application in writing, enclose copies of their CVs, including names, address and tel/fax/email contact of the referees (non relation) to npcsme@ilo.org

Deadline for receiving the applications is 16 February 2011 at 16.00 hours.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

ILO is a smoke free and equal opportunity organization.

Applications from qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged.

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The International Labour Organization (ILO) seeks to recruit the services of a National Project Coordinator to facilitate the implementation of the Labour Law – Small and Medium-scale (SME) Development Nexus project in Nairobi Kenya.

The contract has duration of initially one year, with the possibility of another one year extension.

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Duration: 12 months with a possibility of extension.

Remuneration: Based on UNDP salary scale for Kenya at level NOB step 1.

Duties
* Establish and coordinate the consultation and cooperation processes between the project and national-level government bodies, employers and workers organizations, and officials of other organizations and donor agencies.
* Under the supervision of the CTA and in close consultation with these local stakeholders, draw up an operational plan for the implementation of the project at national level.
* As part of the implementation of the operational plan, review, analyze and interpret economic, social and political trends in Kenya, with emphasis on the SME specific Policy, Legal and Regulatory Framework (PLRF) related to the labour law.
* Personally deliver individual policy advisory services and where applicable training to local project beneficiaries, with emphasis on PLRF reform in support of SME development, and with thematic focus on labour law,
* Plan, organise, supervise and monitor the work of national consultants and local service providers tasked with the implementation of other project activities.
* In close collaboration with the country offices, facilitate the administrative and financial procedures required to implement project activities.
* Represent the project at intra-agency meetings and donor meetings and where applicable present reports, policy documents and project proposals.

Education
* Advanced university degree in economics, law or another relevant field.

Experience
* At least five years of professional experience in the implementation of technical cooperation activities in the field of SME development, preferably with focus on reform of the PLRF

Languages
* Excellent command of English.

Competencies
* Sound knowledge of the economic, social and political context of Kenya.
* Sound knowledge of the roles of and interrelationships among, international organizations and national government in the field of Private Sector Development in Kenya.
* Further to the above, sound knowledge of local and international best practice in facilitating a conducive policy environment for SME development
* Excellent knowledge of technical cooperation principles, concepts and techniques.
* Knowledge of administrative policies, procedures, practices and programmes of the ILO is an added advantage
* Demonstrated skills and ability to perform complex analyses of policies, laws and regulations in the ambit of the labour law of the country, and its applicability to the SME sector.
* Ability to advise all levels of government and social partners on policy reform, with emphasis on labour law and SME development.
* Ability to successfully mobilize resources.
* Ability to plan and organise work
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Candidates who meets the minimum qualifications should send their application in writing, enclose copies of their CVs, including names, address and tel/fax/email contact of the referees (non relation) to npcsme@ilo.org

Deadline for receiving the applications is 16 February 2011 at 16.00 hours.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

ILO is a smoke free and equal opportunity organization.

Applications from qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged.

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The Tom Mboya Labour College fully owned by the Central Organisation of Trade Unions - Kenya (COTU-K) registered under the Ministry of Higher Education, invites applications for the above post.

Responsibilities

Initiating and maintaining a permanent academic record of each course participantRegistration of all course participantsWorking with academic staff in coordinating time schedules for classesMaintain accurate records of all College courses and curriculum requirementsDetermine the eligibility of various scholarshipsMaintaining of all academic records including collection of gradesResponsible for all administrative affairs of the Registrar's OfficeDevelop and administer the Registrar's office budgetServe as an Ex-Officio member of the Academic CommitteeWorking with College Departments, divisions, and schools to determine eligibility for students' graduation.He/She will be answerable to the Principal.Should have a Masters Degree in Education or equivalentMust have a thorough awareness of continually increasing application of computerization and computer technology on all phases of Registrar's responsibilitiesShould have an experience of at least three years in a similar institution of higher learning preferably a Polytechnic or University.Salary

The salary attached to this position is competitive.

Applications together with CV and copies of certificates and address of two referees.

Secretary General
Central Organisation of Trade Unions - Kenya COTU (K)
Solidarity Building
Digo Road
PO Box 13000-00200
Nairobi

Email: info@cotu-kenya.org

Deadline for applications:

The applications together with CV, copies of the certificates and names and address of two referees should reach the addressee above by 2nd February 2011.

Any candidate found to be canvassing for the position together with late applications will not be considered.

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